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Economic Development Commission Minutes September 15, 2015 Page 2 of 3 3. Communications and partnerships. Mr. Lindholm noted that teachers have already built the curriculum and the District is looking at ways to subsidize Google Chromebooks for each student to own at the secondary level. The plan is to have 100% saturation of devices for students in the secondary level. Chair Jurchen noted that the challenge is the change in the paradigm of replacing textbooks with electronic devices. Chris Lindholm stated that the District has been moving textbook dollars toward technology devices in the classrooms and it is an appropriate time to implement this new paradigm. Commissioner Rieck noted that this vision could excel students' passion for learning in the subjects that they enjoy. Chris Lindholm stated that technology is an accelerator for learning if a student loves the subject. Chair Jurchen noted that the education system is using technology as a learning tool and broadband providers need to step up to the plate to provide the needs for the high concentration of people that could benefit. Commissioner Merritt wondered in the Committee would like to hear from Charter Spectrum representatives on the broadband needs in this area. The consensus of the Committee was that this would be a good idea. Chair Jurchen stated that TDS needs to be brought before the Committee to address the broadband concerns. If the Pequot Lakes area continues to be under-serviced, the FCC could be approached to offer other providers into the area. Chair Jurchen turned the topic of discussion to the City's marketing plan and stated that a better job needs to be done to market the City by determining the message and who to market to. 5. 2016 Budget for Economic Development No discussion took place. 7. Chamber Update No update received. 8. BLAEDC Update No update received. 9. Other Business